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Lyberger Tapped to Lead Desert Mountain Golf
2018-12-01 - 2018-12-30
John Lyberger, PGA, one of the most highly regarded golf professionals in the country, has been named PGA director of golf at Desert Mountain Club, the only private community in the world with six Jack Nicklaus signature golf courses. Lyberger will oversee a golf staff of 75 employees serving 1,900 members across six golf courses and pro shops. In early 2019, Desert Mountain Club will open a new, par 54 course, No. 7 at Desert Mountain, and celebrate the reopening of its original course, Renegade, following an extensive renovation. desertmountain.com

Seeking Students/Mentors for Robotics Club
2018-12-01 - 2018-12-31
Anthem Bolts 7620 robotics club, sponsored by NASA and AZ First, is about to begin an exciting inaugural year. In an intense six-week program, students will use software, hardware and power tools to build a robot to compete in an international competition. They will also have an opportunity to develop a business plan and hone their public speaking skills and qualify for $80 million in scholarships. 480-760-5329; anthemazrobotics@gmail.com

Overture Kierland Opening for 55+
2018-12-01 - 2018-12-30
Greystar is pleased to announce the opening of Overture Kierland, a new 55+ active community. Rent is typically 50 percent below other independent living communities. Overture Kierland offers thoughtfully designed, fully appointed one- and two-bedroom residences with designer finishes and fixtures, and loads of on-site amenities. The community is located within walking distance to Scottsdale Quarter and Kierland Commons, and is minutes away from nearby recreation and outstanding golf courses. overturekierland.com

Tickets on Sale for Sedona Film Fest
2018-12-01 - 2018-12-30
Advance-sale passes are now on sale for the 25th Sedona International Film Festival Feb. 23–March 3. This year, 160 films have been selected out of more than 1,400 entries, and the silver celebration includes a full lineup of events. Non-member advanced sale price is $920; $875 for members before Dec. 31. Beginning Jan. 1, the cost is $1,150. See website for additional pricing. 928-282-1177; sedonafilmfestival.org

Call for College Art Submissions
2018-12-01 - 2018-12-30
Arizona Citizens for the Arts is looking for artwork created by college students in the last two years to be considered for use as the official artwork for the 38th Annual Governor’s Arts Awards program. Submission deadline is Dec. 20. See website for details. azcitizensforthearts.org

State’s Largest Christmas Tree in Anthem
2018-12-01 - 2018-12-30
Visit the state’s largest Christmas tree at the Outlets at Anthem. This year’s tree is 80 feet tall—taller than the Rockefeller Center tree in N.Y.C. This is the 17th year the Outlets have been home to this spectacular visual display. The tree is topped with a 3-foot copper star, a nod to the state’s official metal, and features more than 1.5 miles of LED lights. More than 5,000 ornaments and bows decorate the tree.

Dance with Me Gala
2018-12-01 - 2018-12-31
Tickets are on sale for this year’s 11th Annual Ballet Arizona Dance with Me Gala to be held January 25 at Phoenix Art Museum. Tickets for this black tie event start at $600 and table sponsorships start at $6,000. 602-343-6522; balletaz.org

Christmas in Carefree
2018-12-07 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Phoenix)
Visit Carefree’s fine art galleries, the beautiful Desert Gardens and the many great shops Carefree has to offer during the First Friday Art Walk. This month’s walk is full of holiday surprises! Free. Downtown Carefree. 4-7 p.m. carefree.org

Jewelry of Alvin Yellowhorse
2018-12-07 17:00 - 2018-12-16 20:00
Enjoy an opening artist reception Dec. 7, 5–8 p.m., for internationally recognized Navajo artist Alvin Yellowhorse and his museum-quality jewelry designs available through Dec. 16. Turquoise Tortoise, 431 SR 179, A3, at Hozho, Sedona. 928-282-2262; turquoisetortoisegallery.com

Lanning Gallery
2018-12-07 17:00 - 2018-12-24 20:00
Master jeweler Michael Grant, known for his unmatched devotion to turquoise, will unveil his latest necklaces, cuffs, earrings and more, of a variety of the finest all-natural, hand-cut turquoise. Opening reception 5–8 p.m. Dec. 7. Lanning, a Bryant Nagel Gallery, 431 SR 179, A1-2, at Hozho, Sedona. 928-282-6865; lanninggallery.com

Obadiah Parker
2018-12-07 18:00 - 21:30
Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch’s Center Stage Bar features some of the best live music in the Valley nearly every night. Join acoustic soul performer Obadiah Parker, who has built a strong following with strong vocals, impressive songwriting and unique, soulful style. Free. 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd., Scottsdale. 6–9:30 p.m. hyattregency.com
